1 c. shortening (part butter)
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
3 1/2 c. flour

Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients. Shape into 2" diameter rolls. Wrap in waxed paper and chill 6 to 8 hours. Cut 1/8" thick slices and bake at 400 degrees on lightly greased baking sheet, 8 to 10 minutes.

For Chocolate: Add 3 squares melted chocolate to batter after eggs are blended.

For Butterscotch: Add 2 cups brown sugar in place of white.

For Raisin: Add 1/4 teaspoon ginger, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon allspice and 1 cup chopped raisins.